Dictionary Entry
long for
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Meaning
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To desire something or someone intensely, often with a sense of longing or sadness.
Example Sentence
She longed for the days when she could travel freely again.
Usage Note
Used to express a strong, often wistful, desire for something or someone that is absent or unattainable, highlighting a deep emotional need or yearning.
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